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4-day Jeep Adventure: Altyn Emel, Charyn Canyon, Kolsai & Kaindy Lakes

A 4-day tour around the Almaty region

4-day Jeep Adventure: Altyn Emel, Charyn Canyon, Kolsai & Kaindy Lakes
4-day Jeep Adventure: Altyn Emel, Charyn Canyon, Kolsai & Kaindy Lakes4-day Jeep Adventure: Altyn Emel, Charyn Canyon, Kolsai & Kaindy Lakes4-day Jeep Adventure: Altyn Emel, Charyn Canyon, Kolsai & Kaindy Lakes

4-day Jeep Adventure: Altyn Emel, Charyn Canyon, Kolsai & Kaindy Lakes

This 4-day journey is the best way to discover the most stunning natural landmarks of the Almaty region during the warm season. The tour includes more time in the mountains, with plenty of hiking opportunities and unique landscapes.

Day 1 – Altyn Emel. We start our adventure with a trip to Altyn Emel National Park, visiting the Aktau Mountains, often called the 'Geological Museum under the open sky.'

Day 2 – Singing Dune & Charyn Canyon. The famous Singing Dune, then Charyn Canyon — the Valley of the Castles. In the evening, a traditional Kazakh dinner in Saty village.

Day 3 – Kolsay Lakes. Lower Kolsay Lake (1,818 m) and a hike (or optional horseback ride) to Middle Kolsay Lake (2,252 m).

Day 4 – Kaindy Lake. The mystical Kaindy Lake, famous for its submerged forest.

Tour Information

Starting / Ending Point

Almaty City

Total Distance

1200 km round trip

Duration

4 Days / 3 Nights

Start Time

08:00 AM (Almaty)

Season

May-October

Language

English | Russian

Difficulty

Mid-High

Activity

  • Sightseeing
  • Walking
  • Hiking
  • Horse Riding
  • Boating

Information for Tourists

Included

  • English-speaking guide
  • Transportation
  • All entry fees
  • Home-cooked food: Breakfast x 3, Lunch x 4, Dinner x 3
  • Guesthouse or yurt accommodation in a private room

Not Included

    What to Bring

    • Comfortable walking shoes
    • Weather/Season-appropriate clothing
    • Hat & Sunglasses
    • Drinking water & snacks
    • Camera or power bank
    • Medicine if necessary
    • Positive energy & good mood!
    • Medicine if necessary: allergies, personal demand, etc.
    Price List
    Number of PeoplePrice
    2 people$3
    3 people$4
    4 people$4

    Highlights

    Aktau Mountains — a 'Geological Museum under the open sky'

    Aktau Mountains — a 'Geological Museum under the open sky'

    The Singing Dune and Charyn Canyon

    The Singing Dune and Charyn Canyon

    Lower and Middle Kolsay Lakes

    Lower and Middle Kolsay Lakes

    The mystical Kaindy Lake and its submerged forest

    The mystical Kaindy Lake and its submerged forest

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    4-day Jeep Adventure: Altyn Emel, Charyn Canyon, Kolsai & Kaindy Lakes

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    A 4-day tour around the Almaty region

    Itinerary

    • Day 1
      Altyn Emel National Park: hotel pick-up, park museum, Aktau Mountains (hiking) and Katutau Mountains (walking tour).
    • Day 2
      The Singing Dune, a stop at the 700-year-old willow, lunch in Chundzha, Charyn Canyon (Valley of the Castles), arrival in Saty village.
    • Day 3
      Kolsay Lakes National Park: Lower Lake (walking, optional boating), hike/horseback ride to the Middle Lake, return to Saty.
    • Day 4
      Kaindy Lake (on foot or horseback), lunch in Saty, a stop at the Black Canyon viewpoint, return to Almaty.
    Vehicle Capacity Guide

    Booking & Cancellation Terms

    To confirm your reservation, a 30% deposit of the total tour cost is required. The remaining balance is payable at the start of the tour.

    Changes or cancellations must be made no later than 72 hours before the tour start time. In this case, a 90% refund of the total cost will be provided. Cancellations made less than 72 hours before the tour start are non-refundable.

    Tours require a minimum number of participants and suitable weather conditions. If these requirements are not met, the tour will be canceled at least 48 hours before the start. Customers will be offered an alternative date/tour or a full refund.

    In the event of force majeure, the tour may be canceled, and customers will receive a full refund.